With an aim to encourage people to vote, hotels and chemists associated with the two associations will offer 7 to 10 per cent discount on food and medicine bills across the state.

“The move is aimed not only at encouraging more people to participate in the electoral process but also to celebrate the essence of democracy. By combining civic duty with hospitality, we aim to create a positive and entertaining atmosphere on election day.” Let's hope," said a member. State Hotel Association

Voting for 25 out of 26 Lok Sabha seats in the state is to be held on May 7. BJP candidate from Surat Mukesh Dalal has won unopposed after all the candidates from Rewa withdrew their nominations.